Synopsis A famous conductor rules over the orchestra with the help of his trusty baton. How will he be able to perform when this "magical stick" disappears? Watercolor, ink, and colored-pencil illustrations accompany the text.
When an orchestra conductor misplaces his baton and feels he can not work without it, he learns that it is his own talents, not a little stick, that make him famous.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1995-09-01 | | Edition Description: | Reprint |
| Size | | Length: | 32 pages | | Height: | 9.5 in | | Width: | 8.0 in | | Thickness: | 0.5 in | | Weight: | 11.2 oz |
Publisher's Note From a storyteller beloved by young readers comes this simple, humorous tale highlighted by colorful, lively illustrations. When Arturo, the famous conductor, waves his baton, the orchestra plays . . . and people shower him with applause and flowers. Arturo thanks his little stick: "Without it I could never conduct." But one morning the baton is missing! Arturo has to face the orchestra alone-and is surprised to learn that what makes him famous is his own prowess.
When Arturo, the famous conductor, waves his baton, the orchestra plays, and people shower him with applause and flowers. Arturo thanks his little stick, "Without it I could never conduct". One morning the baton is missing, and Arturo has to face the orchestra alone. Arturo is surprised to learn that what makes him famous is his own prowess. Full color.
Industry Reviews K-Gr 3 A famous conductor is convinced that he cannot work without his special baton. However, when the stick disappears, he learns it is his talent, not the baton, that is important. Neither didactic nor frivolous, Hoff's story of self-confidence will not be lost on young readers. The straightforward story line is driven by the events and the large, colorful cartoon illustrations. Simplicity is a trademark in Hoff's books for young readers and it works again in Arturo's Baton. Gale W. Sherman, Pocatello Public Library, ID Lopate
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